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Welcome to the March 2026 issue of the Post. Sit back and enjoy!

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15 Howie Mandel bets big on game shows T.O.’s comedy icon returns to TV with a new spin on ‘The Price Is Right’

17 10 cool outfits guaranteed to win the Junos 25 Sampling 6 of T.O.’s best opening day dawgs Chef Anthony Rose and hot dog–eating champ Darrien Thomas taste their way through the city’s best franks

29 Toronto’s top 500 physicians Our fifth annual peer-nominated guide to the city’s best doctors

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Although it might not look like it right now, spring is almost here, and this city is about to explode in the very

RON JOHNSON is the editorial director of Post City Magazines.

best way.

There is a lot of anxiety right now. People are worried about their jobs, their finances, their retirement plans and even more existential dread regarding our neighbours to the south. Combine that with a challenging winter and we’ve all had just about enough.

Thankfully, the end is near. And springtime is when Toronto is at its best. There are so many things to do. Festivals get underway, green spaces pop with colour, we start our cherry blossom watch and everyone sheds the layers and gets outside.

It’s remarkable how quickly we embrace it. If I were a betting person, I would say that as soon as temperatures hit double digits, patios will overflow. In embracing springtime, some of those problems might not seem as daunting. We can breathe again. Get some perspective.

Not sure what to do and how to embrace it all? We want to help.

Think of us as the ultimate city guide constantly updating you on everything you need to make the most of living in Canada’s best city. Want to know where to unleash your inner Zen for free? It’s here. Want to know about all the great new restaurants opening in town? Covered. Best shows? Oh ya, and March has some great ones.

If you can’t find it here, you can find it on our website StreetsofToronto.com or our Streets of Toronto social media channels.

If there’s something on your mind in the neighbourhood, something you think we should look into and you’d love to read about please don’t hesitate drop me a line at editorial@postcity.com. We would love to hear from you.

Or we will just see you on the patio!

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Stephen Amell BORN:

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Cousin to actor Robbie Amell A STAR IS BORN: Plays

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L-R: Stephen Amell, a scene from the hot new CTV show ‘The Borderline’

From Muskoka Lakes to Hollywood Boulevard Stephen Amell on returning to Toronto to star in the new show ‘The Borderline’ with Minnie Driver same people. She was great. I like the dynamic between her character, Erica, and Henry. It’s funny because I’m looking at We got a great sound bite from our friends at The Social today, her like, “You’re wrong,” and everything she’s saying is correct. where they called it a morally messy show. It’s a show where you might assume the cops are the good guys and the criminals What separates The Borderline from other crime dramas audiences might be watching right now? are the bad guys — but maybe that’s not the case.

You come for the violence and stay for the comedy. As the season continues, it gets darker and more out of control. The huWhat initially drew you to the role of Henry Rowland?

It was offered to me, and that in and of itself was intriguing. mour ramps up. That’s not something I’ve been known for with the characters I’ve played over the past 15 years And I was drawn to working with Christina or so. Approaching things with a lighter touch Jennings and the folks at Shaftesbury Films. I was a lot of fun. had worked with them before relocating full time to L.A. I was on [TV series] ReGenesis way “MOSES ZNAIMER Do you remember the moment you first back when, and we’ve always stayed in touch.

For viewers coming to The Borderline for the first time, how would you describe the series and its overall tone?

So it’s a bit of a homecoming?

TOLD ME TO FOCUS ON MY CAREER AND THAT I’M NOT GOING TO MAKE IT.”

thought acting might be something you could pursue as a career?

I break my career into two parts: 2004 through 2009, when I was primarily here, and 2010 until now. I had some success in those first five years, mostly in Toronto, but I wasn’t seeing a pattern.

I’d get some big jobs and lose out on small ones.

Then I had a moment where I realized I just What’s it been like to be working up here?

I loved being up here. We shot this in the fall of 2024. I stayed really like acting, so let’s stop worrying about the type of project in downtown Toronto, and then we went all over — Gana- or whether it’ll put you in the spotlight — just do it because noque, Cobourg, Bradford. I stayed out in Paris for a little bit. you love it. When I did that, success came quickly behind.

And I went to a bunch of Maple Leafs games. It was really nice What was your first job ever? to be back.

Working at Muskoka Lakes Golf and Country Club when I was in second grade.

It’s also cool to showcase the Thousand Islands

It felt like an interesting and opportune time for me in my career to also do a Canadian project, and it was exciting to step on as an executive producer.

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region, which isn’t often seen onscreen.

Yeah, it’s beautiful out there. I had never been, and I would And what about the worst piece of career advice you’ve received? highly recommend it.

Moses Znaimer told me to focus on a career and that I’m not going to make it.

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It’s not obvious, but Toronto needs to do more to protect Lake Ontario

T.O. water worries only going to get worse DAVID SUZUKI with files from senior editor Ian Hanington.

Many places have been facing water problems for years, through scarcity, lack of safe drinking water and poor infrastructure — worsening as the planet heats.

In Toronto and the relatively wealthy western world, we often take clean water for granted. We just turn on a tap and out it comes, hot or cold and usually drinkable.

But many people throughout the world suffer from water scarcity, contamination and poor or non-existent infrastructure.

As we continue to heat the planet by burning coal, oil and gas and pumping ever

more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, we face snowballing threats around water quality and quantity. The increasing floods, droughts, fires, sea level rise, glacier melts and extreme heat that result from human-caused global heating all affect water availability and purity.

Much of our water is captured and filtered by forested lands. Destruction of those forests through logging or wildfires releases more climate-altering carbon into the atmosphere, as trees and root systems sequester carbon. But it also reduces water availability, and fires pollute water, especially when they reach houses and towns, burning plastics and other toxic materials.

Flooding brings more water, but it can

also contaminate it and wreak havoc on supplies and sewage systems.

Solutions to our growing water woes aren’t much different than the remedies for many other pollution- and climate-related problems. We need to pull together, implement legal reforms around water and climate, devise economic and political systems that don’t rely on destruction and put our efforts into protecting water sources and building infrastructure to ensure everyone has access to clean water.

Unfortunately, this would take longerterm vision, along with a sense of caring — something that appears to be lacking among many of our politicians and those who profit from exploitation.

Is there a Loblaws Park in Toronto’s future?

The City of Toronto is reportedly in discussions that could open the door to selling corporate naming rights for public parks.

Lobbyists from CivicBridge, a consulting firm that helps municipalities secure naming rights deals for civic assets, have contacted the Toronto Parks and Recreation Division about the possibility. An email from CivicBridge president George Fermanis to parks general manager Terry Ricketts, first highlighted

by Matt Elliott in his City Hall Watcher newsletter, suggests the idea is at an exploratory stage.

It’s a discussion happening in cities across Canada as municipal governments try to balance ongoing budget issues with the need to create and maintain public spaces. If adopted, the move would mirror similar arrangements already seen in sports stadiums and other public infrastructure.

Supporters might argue that such partnerships can generate revenue to support public services without raising taxes. CivicBridge cites Environics data indicating that 74 per cent of residents in Canadian cities support naming rights when funds are used transparently for community benefit.

Soon, Honest Ed’s Park will open near Bloor Street and Bathurst Street, which is similar, but, of course, Honest Ed’s is long gone. The Weston family is offering to donate $50 million for a new Queens Park North, and though a name change hasn’t been discussed, one might see how it could come into play with such sizable funds.

Still, many residents strongly oppose extending corporate branding to cherished public green space.

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Running for mayor of a major city such as Toronto is an expensive proposition, especially for those not aligned with political parties or lobby groups with deep pockets. Those with ideas and vision but sitting outside the mainstream are sidelined.

We need to level the playing field. We need new funding rules and to crack down on the shenanigans of political parties influencing elections by, in theory, facilitating provincial staff and other supporters to “volunteer” on campaigns and help propel politically aligned candidates ahead of others.

We should also make sure city councillors who dare to run for mayor must resign their council seats. Permanently.

Running for mayor as a city councillor should not be a dipped-toe proposition. Otherwise, it muddies the electoral waters for voters. For instance, one city councillor, Brad Bradford, has already said he is running for mayor.

How does it aid in a democracy if a city councillor can put their job on hold to run for another job?

To do so a year ahead of the actual election means focus is not on the work, but on political ambitions.

Want to declare you are running? Resign and jump in with both feet.

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A rendering of Honest Ed’s Park in Mirvish Village

Annex gets park Honest Ed would love Toronto’s Mirvish Village is set to get a fresh dose of greenery just in time for spring with the opening of Honest Ed’s Park, a new 1,213-square-metre public space on the site of the former iconic store.

The area is undergoing substantial redevelopment, with multiple towers and rental apartments and a slew of new shops and restaurants. But it has taken a long time.

According to a City of Toronto spokesperson, “Honest Ed’s Park is under construction and is anticipated to open in spring 2026.”

The park will front Markham Street, offering a mix of gardens, trees and a children’s water feature. Visitors will also find ample seating and picnic areas, making it a spot for relaxation, play and social gatherings.

The park’s design has been shaped by years of community engagement. Since 2018, residents and stakeholders have shared feedback through workshops, online surveys and public meetings.

The design emphasizes fun and whimsical curves, inspired by the original Honest Ed’s sign, and also features a birdand insect-friendly environment. Native plants will help support pollinators and contrib-

ute to sustainable urban ecology.

Construction began in late 2023.

The park aims to balance playful, family-friendly features with quiet green spaces for adults and seniors.

And it’s not just this park scheduled to open this spring.

Slowly but surely, Mirvish Village, a cherished slice of Toronto history in the Annex, could soon start to feel like the vibrant community it has long promised to be. Alongside the upcoming Honest Ed’s Park, the neighbourhood will soon welcome Book Bar, a new concept at 600 Markham St. blending cocktails, light dining and a curated selection of books.

Slated for a spring 2026 debut, the bar will occupy one of the restored heritage homes in the development.

There is also a new Pizzeria Badiali location opening soon and a new food hall, which will also double as a venue for live music and other events.

With both the park and Book Bar opening soon, the long-awaited transformation of the former Honest Ed’s site is taking shape, bringing community life back to the heart of Mirvish Village.

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Hanging on to the Hangar District: Update on massive development An Ontario city is soon to be port shows why our work built atop the former Downs- matters. It reflects the hundreds view airport — a move that is of conversations we’ve had with already producing benefits and local communities, businesses, will transform this part of the artists, civic leaders, our First city for generations to come. Nation partners, and experts But what is happening right from Toronto and around the now? world. Their voices are shaping Northcrest Developments this work and guiding every just released its first progress re- step we take,” Derek Goring, port on YZD, the 370-acre CEO, Northcrest Develredevelopment of the former opments, said in a statement.

Downsview Airport lands. It’s “The findings reinforce a simple being billed as North America’s truth: cities grow stronger when largest urban development project for a reason: the redevelopment will include a new set of “Cities grow neighbourhoods in the GTA, stronger when designed to add housing, jobs, parks and transit connections people help on a scale Toronto rarely gets to shape them. ” plan from scratch.

The proposed mix includes more than 30,000 housing people help shape them. With units, space for about 66,000 that belief at the centre of evresidents, 23,000 permanent erything we do, YZD is workjobs at completion, roughly 70 ing to set a new standard for acres of parks and three subway how Toronto grows — and how community can be built with stations.

Although construction hasn’t intention, care, and ambition officially started, development over time.”

According to the report, since has already begun through public programming, hiring initia- 2020, YZD has welcomed tives, community funding and nearly one million visitors early operational changes, as (through festivals, exhibits, outlined in the Responsible De- major events, etc.), hosted more velopment in Action 2020– than 120 engagement events, supported the hiring of more 2025 report.

“This inaugural Progress Re- than 1,200 people through the

Rogers Stadium job fair and reinvested $500,000 into community partnerships and scholarships.

Environmental responsibility is also a major part of the redevelopment.

Northcrest says it has achieved a 40 per cent reduction in electricity use from baseline levels and that it’s salvaged and repurposed more than 21.5 tonnes of material into new public spaces and installations across the site.

Future highlights have been built into the planning policy, including the preservation of more than 150,000 square metres of existing buildings, as well as open space to support biodiversity and community wellbeing.

Perhaps the biggest takeaway from the report is that the next visible shift in the development is expected to begin this year.

Torontonians can expect early infrastructure and servicing work in the Hangar District. From there, the timeline points to reactivation of the existing hangar buildings (2029), then a phase one opening in 2031 (with parks, a bridge and adaptive reuse) and eventually a “city within a city” build-out over the coming decades.

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Vaughan could be laying the groundwork for something the city has never had before: its own Ontario Hockey League (OHL) venue and, potentially, a league franchise to call home.

City councillors are exploring options to bring major junior hockey to Vaughan, and the first step on the table is a feasibility study that’s meant to answer big questions, like where it would go, who would pay for it and, more importantly, would it actually be used enough to justify the cost?

At a Feb. 4 committee of the whole meeting, Vaughan city staff shared an update on steps that need to be taken should the OHL project go through. Staff presented two potential building scenarios to support a facility that could meet OHL requirements: a 10,000-seat arena, with an initial build cost estimated at $400 million, and a smaller 5,000-seat arena, with an initial build cost estimated at $260 million.

In either scenario, the venue would need to sit on a 15- to 30acre site and include space for food, as well as beverage and souvenir concessions, to meet the league’s requirements.

To help the city identify a possible site and map out a facility plan, Vaughan City Coun-

cil passed a motion to proceed with an estimated $150,000 feasibility study.

This would include a residents survey, with a final report expected to come back to council in early 2027. The city has said that the cost could be absorbed within the existing 2026 operating budgets.

The public response so far is a bit up in the air. In a recent Reddit thread about the issue, some users said that there are more important things to spend money on.

“I’m sorry, but as a long-time Vaughan taxpayer, I do not support spending my tax dollars on this at all. There are so many other priorities the city must deal with. First and foremost is improving car and cycling infrastructure, which remains a huge mess,” one user noted, while another argued how it could benefit the city.

If nothing else, the idea lands at a time when the league itself is signalling it’s open to growth.

The OHL currently consists of 20 teams (17 in Ontario and three in the U.S.), and it’s part of the pipeline that feeds elite talent into the NHL. The closest team to Vaughan is the Brampton Steelheads.

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Trinity Bellwoods could be getting some positive changes soon

Every time the temperatures rise and the sun shines, young people from around the city descend on one particular park along Queen West. The popularity of Trinity Bellwoods Park is glorious, but it is also a problem, and the City of Toronto is finally doing something about it.

The city is taking a closer look at how people move through Trinity Bellwoods Park with a new study focused on the pathways and entrances that connect the park.

And you can provide your input.

As part of the Trinity Bellwoods Park Access and Circulation Study, the city has launched an online survey, open until March 5, asking for draft recommendations aimed at improving the park’s pathways and entrances, specifically to boost accessibility and the overall experience of moving through one of Toronto’s most heavily used green spaces.

Trinity Bellwoods has a rich history, having evolved from the grounds of the former Garrison Creek ravine and the site of the old Trinity College. Beneath the park, the buried Crawford Street Bridge still marks a hidden piece of the city’s early 20th-century infrastructure. In

the 19th century, the area was prone to flooding, which influenced the original layout of pathways and entrances. City planners had no idea back then that the park would see thousands of visitors on a warm summer day.

The project has been moving through multiple engagement phases since 2025. Specific annual, comprehensive or official data on the total number of visitors to Trinity Bellwoods Park is not publicly available. Ho-

“People flagged

cyclist and pedestrian conflicts.” wever, a 2025 City of Toronto public life study recorded over 23,000 to 24,000 visitors in just short, seasonal observation periods.

On the city’s project page, Trinity Bellwoods is described as “one of Toronto’s most wellused and recognizable parks,” drawing visitors for everything from casual hangouts to community events, like the popular farmers market. But as the number of visitors and activities has grown, so have concerns

about how people move through the space.

Although the city is still collecting feedback, it has already floated a couple of ideas, including wider, smoother primary pathways and better lighting along paths at entrances and near washrooms. There’s also interest in on-the-ground upgrades, such as better-placed bike racks and more seating, as well as landscaping adjustments to preserve the character of older trees and historically significant areas.

The project page breaks public input into zones across the park, and some of the pain points are very location specific.

In the interactive mapping activity, people flagged cyclist and pedestrian conflicts near the northwest entrance, along with unclear signage and concerns about how crossings and traffic operate around Crawford Street.

In the south and southeast areas, commenters also pointed to muddy conditions linked to drainage and flooding near entrances and around Trinity Circle, along with accessibility issues.

The access and circulation study is expected to wrap up in winter 2026, when a final report will be available.

—Ron Johnson

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Last chance to comment on changes to Trinity Bellwoods

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TV star Sebastian Clovis: Is house flipping still a thing?

Toronto has been seeing shifting market conditions — and the renovation industry is no exception. We asked TV personality and home builder Sebastian Clovis for his new reno rules for the year ahead.

renovation industry — and at worst, we risk losing real manufacturing capacity and craftsmanship usually passed on through trade succession.

Has the condo crash taught us anything?

When investors drive what gets built, you often end up with units that work on a spreadsheet but not in real life. The way forward should be about refocusing on who actually lives in these homes: first-time buyers, families and downsizers. That will push us toward better design and variety.

Has this year been a buying opportunity for anyone?

More available listings, less frenzied bidding and fewer emotional price premiums mean people can take their time, do proper inspections and negotiate with confidence. This is something we haven't seen in the GTA for a long time. Maybe there are fewer opportunities for the “buy fast, sell fast” crowd, but because the renovation market is slowing, homeowners will benefit from contractor availability and can afford to be shrewd in their selection.

Sebastian Clovis is a licensed contractor who previously hosted ‘Gut Job’ on HGTV Canada

we’re talking about the erosion of certified, experienced, highjudgement craftsmanship that takes years to develop and cannot be replaced quickly. As our golden class of builders retires, Is house flipping I’ve heard it said many times how still a thing in Toronto? difficult it's been to find young No, and the shift is even more Is it still difficult to find workers willing to commit to the pronounced now. The era of rap- tradespeople in Toronto? discipline and time required idly rising home prices, cheap First, we are in the midst of a to learn the craft and carry it leveraged money and quick turn- skilled trades drop off. We’re not forward. over have largely evaporated, talking about general labour, On top of that, volatile matemeaning the conditions that once made flipping feel easy are gone.

What we’re seeing instead are people who are buying to live and renovating for their personal life.

The market is shifting back toward real homes for real families.

rial pricing and ongoing tariff uncertainty combine to create hesitation in homeowners who are worried about costs shifting mid project. At the same time, many homeowners who previously funded renovations by borrowing against rising home values no longer have that option, which naturally scales projects down or delays them altogether.

At best, this just adds up to a temporary slowing in the overall

Will home ownership be more or less attainable for gen Z?

Incomes haven’t kept pace with prices, borrowing costs are still historically high compared to a decade ago, and entry-level inventory remains tight in areas where younger buyers want to live. But there are encouraging signs too: less frenzied bidding means more realistic pricing and more breathing room to do things like conditional offers and proper due diligence.

—Julia Mastroianni

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arts Q&a How has your approach to live television evolved over the years?

I’m incredibly comfortable in really uncomfortable situations. After almost 50 years, you learn that you don’t know how someone will react, how a game will unfold or whether something will go wrong or amazingly right.

My comfort is in discomfort. It’s a roller coaster. I love thrill rides. This show is the ultimate thrill ride.

How does it feel to be hosting such an iconic show and back home in Canada?

A win-win. You know, I love the game as a fan.

I love the opportunity to be the host. I’d love to do it anywhere, but getting to come home makes it even more special. It’s especially enjoyable to get to bring that energy back to Canada.

What lessons from stand-up translate to hosting a live show?

Howie Mandel is hosting a new game show

What “fresh, high-energy twist” can Canadian audiences expect?

something right and not let them fear of making a mistake. When the show finished taping, I was I can answer that in one word: me. I just bring so embarrassed. It was the first time I’d ever been myself. Back when I got asked to do Deal or No on TV not playing a character or doing comedy.

Deal, I was really afraid because I thought I had But that’s what worked. So that’s the big twist. to come on as a comedian or play a character.

And then when I realized these are real people Were there any challenges adapting this with real hopes and dreams and their lives could iconic U.S. format for Canada? change forever based on what happens in a No, not really. I don’t think you adapt things for game, I dropped everything and just showed up Canada. Some of the biggest comedians, biggest as myself: rooting for the people, setting the shows, biggest talent come out of Canada. stakes, feeling as tense as they do about getting

Be prepared to be unprepared. This is humanity — people don’t know what game they’ll play or what choices they’ll make.

Growing up in Toronto, what were some of the experiences that inspired your love for comedy?

Everything I ever got expelled for or in trouble for seems to be what I get paid for today.

If you could invite one Canadian on the show, who would it be?

Gretzky — just because he’s the Great One. —Ron Johnson

Ontario’s liquid gold rush Forget scotch and fine wine — become a maple connoisseur by tapping into the province’s top syrup experiences

Tap into Maple in Simcoe County Beginning March 5, family-run sugar shacks throw open their doors for tours, wagon rides, wood-fired evaporator demos and stacks of pancakes served straight from the griddle. Walk the forest trails where sap is collected and taste syrup at its freshest. It all leads up to Maple Weekend, April 4–5, a regionwide celebration of syrup season.

Maple Syrup Festival in Warkworth The home of Ontario’s top lavender fest gets a super sweet twist on March 14–15. This annual event offers free shuttles to the sugar bush, where visitors can indulge in Maplelicious — featuring sap-making demonstrations, horse-drawn sleigh rides, log sawing contests, taffy on fresh snow and live entertainment. 500 Concession Rd. 3 W., Warkworth

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This month, Toronto comedy icon Howie Mandel is returning to his roots: the game show.

The former Deal or No Deal host is taking on a brand new gig, an all-Canadian The Price Is Right spinoff, The Price Is Right Tonight, premiering on March 10.

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B. PETER PAN JACKET, Ba&sh, SALE $489, 118 Yorkville Ave. + Peach Pit, $34.99, store.peachpitmusic.com “There's something feminine and unusual about this spring jacket.”

C. BOMBER JACKET, Rudsak, SALE $499.99, 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr. + The Beaches, $49.99, shop.thebeachesband.com “What a gorgeous chestnut colour! I love the stand-up collar, too.”

D. MEN’S GOATSKIN FUNNEL NECK, Massimo Dutti, $629, 3401 Dufferin St. + James Barker Band, $50, shop.jamesbarkerband.com “This is an interesting colour if you want a little relief from black leather. It's got great pockets and a cool almost shirt-like look to it.”

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G. MEN’S LEATHER MOTO, Rudsak, SALE $599.99, 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr. + Three Days Grace, $49, threedaysgrace.store “I love this; it’s modern & clean without too much detailing.”

H. MEN’S TAUPE BIKER, Mackage, $1,390, 220 Yonge St. + The Blue Stones, $49, thebluestonesmusic.com “This is a beautiful alternative to the black moto that most people have.”

I. GREEN FAUX LEATHER, Desigual, $209, desigual.com + The Damn Truth, $39, thedamntruth.bigcartel.com “I love the slight crop and sleeve details, plus it’s a great green colour.”

J. SHORT BIKER, Good Neighbour, SALE $394.50, 1212 Yonge St. + Arcade Fire, $62.99, shop.sonymusic.ca “The gold hardware makes this look luxe! Very rock and roll.”

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The biggest night in music is here — the Juno Awards — and Jeanne Beker has paired leather jackets with T-shirts from top nominees. Everyone’s a rockstar with these backstage-ready looks!

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3 vintage shops stylists love to visit

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While Toronto is overflowing with second-hand shops, there are a few that stand out above the rest — so much so that stylists and other fashionable folks in the city might try to gatekeep them for themselves.

Check out the city’s hidden gems for top-notch and pretty affordable vintage.

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Although the hours at Nouveau Riche Vintage scream exclusive — drop-in hours are sparsely announced online; otherwise, shoppers are asked to make an appointment — the vibe is more like your artsy, cool aunt’s apartment. The space is split between the showroom for shopping and a designated area for special vinPic Vintage tage finds that owner Andréa With just a few racks (impec- Lalonde rents out to prop departments (or styles top Canacably organized by item, style dian talent in for red and even length), artcarpets). Source your fully arranged funky, lived-in, shelves decorated STYLING one-of-a-kind with often highTHE STARS pieces from pracend accessories Margaret Atwood, Mae tically any decade for sale and two Martin and more have here. 15 Adrian changerooms staworn pieces from Ave., Suite 102 tioned by the cash Nouveau Riche. (so you can inevita96 Tears bly ask the impossibly If your ideal vintage shopping chic staff for their style advice), Pic Vintage is a lesson in experience features a bunch of curation. Items are sourced per- perfectly minimalist ’90s items, sonally by owner Vaismam experimental art–turned-clothes Oliviera from around the world from local designers and a wall or otherwise collected from of vintage magazines, look no those elusive estate sales, and further than 96 Tears. You’ll you’re just as likely to spot a pair never have to dig through piles of Prada mules as you are a pris- of stained and poorly fitted jeans tine trench for under $100. If at the thrift again once you disyour style leans a little preppy cover this shop’s spectacular and you’re a lover of clean lines denim rack. We’re also big fans and the rare designer find, you’re of the small but mighty shoe colin luck — Pic is made for you. lection. 1319 Dundas St. W. — Julia Mastroianni 1338 Dundas St. W.

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Move over, Yorkville: Rosedale’s stealing all the new boutiques A few months ago, a new yet familiar face joined the Summerhill/Rosedale retail landscape permanently: outerwear brand Luxton. The womenswear label caught the eye of savvy shoppers in 2021, when it popped up in the neighbourhood, filled with head-to-toe ski jumpsuits that were a fashion innovation at the time. But the pop-up came to an end, and founder Dinah Luxton says she’s been dreaming of a permanent shop in the same area since then — she just never anticipated that it would come together in 24 hours.

“I had an agreement with an American retailer in Yorkville to do a pop-up there, and then three weeks before, they cancelled it,” she says. “We had already made all the product, and I was like, ‘I need to find a store tomorrow.’ ” Luxton stumbled upon the space at 1160 Yonge St. in Summerhill, a second-floor store-

L–R: Luxton bomber, the new store in the Summerhill/Rosedale area

front that she says hadn’t been used in 25 years. “My biggest lesson from that is when a door closes, another door opens — as long as you can get over the first door closing quickly.”

Although the new store may have come about in less than ideal circumstances, Luxton says she couldn’t be happier with both the space and the location.

“The neighbourhood feels lucky to me. I feel like the customers

here are willing to take a risk,” she says. “They’re global shoppers, and if you’re doing something a little bit edgy, you need an adventurous customer.”

That edginess began with Luxton’s signature cinchable, multi-pocket puffer jumpsuit and has continued into her first spring line in 2025, which features a raincoat design that was inspired by a gap in the designer’s own closet.

“I didn’t see a raincoat out there that answered all the pain points I had. Why do I have to be sweaty and clammy?”

Her answer was the cinch raincoat and the boomerang trench. Made of fabric sourced from a premium mill in South Korea that specializes in waterproofing, both designs are built to be breathable.

“We launched the collection in spring, and we held some private events and people freaked out over the raincoat,” Luxton says. “Everything sold out!”

The launch of the womenswear brand’s permanent home in Summerhill is just the latest store opening that indicates a shift happening in the city. The neighbourhood is fast becoming a competitor to Yorkville and Ossington, transforming from a quieter residential corner of Toronto to a trendy shopping and nightlife destination. Restaurants and bars have popped up all over the neighbourhood,

from cocktail lounge Le Tigre to Seahorse and, soon enough, the second location of Ossington’s popular Greek destination Mamakas.

For Luxton, the area was always going to be her dream destination. “One of my clients came in today with her three girls, and she moved to Peterborough a few years ago. She told me this is the neighbourhood she comes to visit,” Luxton says.

“They’re strolling down the street and they’re going to do the whole afternoon here, and I love that. There’s just something for everyone here — all these special places for food and shopping.”

The new store is open seven days a week, but Luxton is quick to note that it isn’t perfect — and she likes it that way. “It’s really cool to see a place that just is what it is,” she says. “The garments are perfect; to me, that’s the important part.”

—Julia Mastroianni

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Dear Sangita: My office crush asked me out Dear Sangita: My office crush asked me out, but I’ve been burned before.

I’m scared to try it again. At my last job, my co-worker and I dated after months of flirting, and then things quickly fell apart and became very ugly for us and everyone else at work. I said never again — but then I met this guy and started what I thought was harmless flirting. I’m so tempted, but it ended so badly at my last one that I’m scared to ruin things here too. Should I say yes?

— Crushed by the crush Dear Crushed: I generally say that at school or at work it’s better to avoid that type of relationship. And it could happen; maybe you’ll find the love of your life! But because it's a new job, just take your time. You're going to see this guy every single day, so just let that be before it turns into anything else. I think it’s better to get to know each other as friends before you go into a romantic relationship anyway. There’s no need to rush into it. Go for lunch as a group, with other co-workers and get to know each other. Protect yourself. You’ve already had

you says a lot. It’s clear he wants to work on this relationship and figure this out.

It sounds to me like your sister is going through something, if this cruelty is something you’ve noticed and now her husband is experiencing too. This could be a time for family counselling. She’s clearly internalizing something that she hasn’t dealt with yet and taking it out on those around her instead. You could be the neutral ground for both your sister and her husband. Try asking her how she feels the relationship is going. She may Dear Sangita: I thought my sister's SANGITA PATEL is our advice columnist and was previously a host on ET Canada. marriage was perfect. Then, I caught open up about what’s been bothering her. her husband by himself at my parents’ For your brother-in-law, I would be cua negative workplace romance experi- house, while he was visiting, crying. He rious to know how long this has been ence, and it sounds like it was so negative eventually confided in me about how going on. Has it been the entirety of the that it eventually affected your prospects mean and critical my sister has been to relationship that he’s been feeling this at your old job. Relationships are great, him. She is blunt sometimes, and I’ve way? Only since they’ve gotten married? but this is your life and your income. honestly felt that way about her before If it’s been years of her treating him like I also always tell women — and it’s too. I guess I never realized that ex- this, that’s obviously not a good relationunfortunately something many have ex- tended into her relationship. I don’t ship. This is ultimately between her and perienced — you have to prove yourself want my sister’s marriage to fall apart. her husband, though, so don’t take on too at work at a different level than men do, What do I do?— Tears left to cry much responsibility for their feelings. especially if you want to move up to the top-tier level. So you don’t want anything Dear Tears: This is a tough one, but the Have a relationship or life to get in the way of that. You want this fact that he felt comfortable doing that question for Sangita? new job to be a place where you feel con- at your parents’ house and confiding in Send it to advice@postcity.com. fident, not insecure in any way. Enjoy the little bit of flirting but don’t make it the focus of your job. If it’s meant to be, things will happen for you. For now, I would steer the conversation with this guy away from one-on-one time and more toward group hangs. If you don’t want to cut off the opportunity for more, it’s OK to be honest and say you’re new at the company and just want to get to know everyone better first.

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CURRENTS HOW THEY MET Malibu, California, just two months after getting engaged. Her sister was incredible and essentially planned the entire wedding.

That night, most of Malibu experienced a power outage. My brother-in-law had the foresight to rent a generator, so we were one of the only houses with power. It felt like the entire coastline went dark and our place stayed lit.

The kids

We have three kids. Juniper, 5; Gatsby, 7; and Hemingway, 9. We don’t have any pets because our three kids act like 20 monkeys.

We welcome you to book a private tour.

Kindly call the school.

Benjamin and Nila got married in Malibu Shared hobbies and interests

One of the things we love most is hiking together through the woods. We’re lucky to live near old-growth rainforest trails, and whenever we need to reconnect, that’s usually where we go. There’s Fittingly, Hemingway is now the something about being surname of our first son. At the time, rounded by those towering trees I was sleeping on an air mattress, that puts everything back into so I was very much young, dumb perspective for us. and broke. My entire net worth could have been folded up and The secret to success tucked into a closet. Thankfully, Resilience. Life consistently Nila was able to see past the in- throws curveballs at all of us, and flatable bed situation. True love is the best partners are the ones many things. In our case, it sur- who stay by each other’s side through the tough stretches and vived a built-in air pump. challenging seasons.

Netflix star trades TV drama for real romance Since cosy TV series Virgin River started streaming, it’s had viewers hooked: it recently became Netflix’s longest-running English scripted series. Part of the charm is Ontario’s Benjamin Hollingsworth, who plays bad boy with a heart of gold, Dan Brady (and racked up almost 400,000 Instagram followers in the process).

We caught up with him ahead of the season seven premiere on March 12 to talk about his better- “ When I got down than-the-movies romance with on one knee, his wife, Nila Myers.

Nila and I met in West Hollywood. The nightclub was packed with people, but I saw her, and it was as if the whole room went black and white, except for Nila, who was wearing this red dress. I was uncharacteristically paralyzed and too intimidated by her beauty to approach her. That’s when a real-life Cupid stepped in and came over to my table. He said, “Do you see that woman in the red dress?” I immediately apologized, assuming that she was his girlfriend and that I was creeping her out, but he asked if I wanted to take a seat, and the rest is history.

The first date

Our first date was a few days later at a place called Hemingway’s.

Balancing careers and a relationship

When possible, we travel together for my location shoots, but as the kids get older, that becomes more complicated. This industry is unpredictable and nearly impossible to plan for, so we’ve learned to stay flexible and keep choosing each other through it all. We also try to The proposal I proposed to Nila on my birth- carve out time to get away, even if day. She kept asking what I it’s just for a night each month. wanted, and I kept telling her, Sometimes a one-night stay at the “Something money can’t buy.” I local hotel can feel like you’re think it was really frustrating for 3,000 miles away. her leading up to the date. But when I got down on one knee in The future together the middle of this intimate cob- I see a life filled with travel, shared blestone restaurant in Vancouver adventures, continued personal with chandeliers everywhere, I growth, giving back and time with think it took her, and the whole family. I picture rolling green hills; a big, welcoming home; and a restaurant, by surprise. place where our kids, and someday grandkids, will know they can The wedding We got married at Nila’s sister come back to. Oh, and maybe an and brother-in-law’s house in Oscar or two above the fireplace.

I think it took her, and the whole restaurant, by surprise.”

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A Toronto culinary legend resurfaces — with a County address Grant van Gameren, the Toronto chef behind Bar Isabel, Bar Raval and Michelin-starred Quetzal, is taking his culinary expertise to Prince Edward County with his new restaurant, Rosetta. Opening this month on Picton’s main street, the spot reflects van Gameren’s love of the County and his hands-on approach to food.

We caught up with him to talk life, farming and running a restaurant in a small-town setting.

I like a cocktail like I like my desserts — simple, delicious, well-balanced but not too much fluff.

I think the main battle in Picton is that it's seasonal tourism, so there's not a ton of people in the winter, and then there's just over capacity in the summer. That's the one thing about Toronto — it's 365 days a year. You're busy, busy, busy.

What drew you to Prince Edward County in the first place?

I’ve never lived in the country before, and I love the land and the peace and quietness of it all.

It’s a really nice place, a really nice community of people that we fell in love with.

I feel like chefs are the type of people who love to conquer things and learn more about their trade. I’d never grown vegetables or even had the space to do so in Toronto, and doing it myself gives a whole new appreciation for the work farmers do.

Grant van Gameren now calls the County home

Luckily, I have a really amazing, talented, hardworking team of partners and managers.

We just collectively do it together. So I don’t have 100 per cent of the problems and they don’t have 100 per cent of the problems.

What can we expect from Rosetta?

Could Rosetta be your last restaurant?

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Italian-inspired classics, a bit of a steak house We’ll see. Ask me again in a year and maybe vibe and a big seafood and raw bar program — it has changed.

—Megan Gallant seafood towers, pastas, oysters and grilled meats.

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Some of the city’s top chefs are teaming up with big brands. Collabs or cash grabs? You decide.

David Schwartz x Shake Shack Last year, Shake Shack teamed up with Mimi Chinese, where chef David Schwartz dropped a málà chicken sandwich made with lip-numbing Sichuan peppercorns — no toning it down.

The Verdict: Not a sellout. Fans showed up, spice lovers cheered, and the collab proved a big chain can handle big flavour when the right chef is in charge.

Matty Matheson x KFC Matheson dropped the Matty Melt in early 2026, essentially turning a KFC kitchen into a greasy spoon. Critics cried "sellout" over the massive corporate logo, but the lineups told a different story.

The Verdict: Pure Matty. He didn’t bend for KFC. He just made their gravy saltier, the onions sweeter and the whole thing unapologetically his.

FORKCAST

Craig Wong x SPAM For Lunar New Year, Wong flipped the “divisive” canned meat into a SPAM Wellington at Patois — a nod to his Chinese-Jamaican roots and immigrant kitchens that leaned on the pantry staple.

The Verdict: Total soul. Turning “struggle food” into a French-style Wellington proves you can celebrate your heritage and have fun at the same time.

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How has moving out of the city changed your perspective as a chef and business owner?

You’re running multiple restaurants across Toronto and the County.

How do you balance it all?

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Chef Anthony Rose runs Fat Pasha; Darrien Thomas is Canada’s No. 1 competitive eater, ranked 12th globally.

HOME RUN ON A BUN

Baseball season is back — and so is Toronto’s great hot dog debate. Ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays home opener on March 27, chef Anthony Rose teamed up with Darrien Thomas — a hot dog eating champ — to taste their way through the city’s best franks. If you can’t make it to the game, these are the ones worth ordering in.

DARRIEN’S WINNER RING LEADER

This beef dog complete with secret Asian sauce was a hit. “All of that is quite delicious,” said Anthony, while Darrien liked “the slight sweetness but a little bit of spiciness at the end.”

This dog brought onions, cheese and a secret sauce and it impressed.

“Bun’s great, it makes a big difference,” said Anthony. Darrien liked that the roll gave it a soft, slightly sweet base.

Tino’s, 2984 Dundas St. W., Umami, $13

The Burger’s Priest, 1120 Queen St. W., Stern Dog, $8.39

BACON ME CRAZY

BERRY GOOD

Bacon, cheese and jalapeño crisps made this a messy, indulgent bite. “It tastes kind of like garbage and I like that,” said Anthony. Darrien loved the crunchy spice and smokiness of the bacon.

Anthony liked the blueberry and brie combo and Darrien agreed, but both found the bun a bit stale. While the savoury and sweet combo was inventive, both felt it didn’t work on a hot dog.

Fancy Franks, 1507 Avenue Rd., North York, Fancy Lala, $11.99

Grandma Loves You, 40 St. Clair Ave. W., French Dog, $9.49

SPICY PUP

Completo, 5 Coady Ave., Completo Hot Dog, $12.50 Completo went all in with salsa, guacamole and mayo.

Anthony found the toppings a bit overwhelming. Darrien agreed: “It’s actually not bad… just not really a hot dog.”

HOT DIGGITY DOG

Wrvst, 609 King St. W., Danger Dog, $9.50 Piled high with jalapeños, sweet peppers, onions and bacon, this dog delivered a fiery punch.

“Bun’s got a nice chew,” Anthony noted. Darrien appreciated the combination of toppings.

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Even T.O.’s top foodie eats healthy sometimes Toronto food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld) is proving he’s not all burgers and latenight bites. He’s rounding up the salads across the city that actually deserve your attention. Because when Rick talks, even the lettuce gets taken seriously.

1. Chop Hop

Born out of Rasa and Sara, Chop Hop has locked in as my go-to salad spot. There’s a solid lineup, but I always order the Rasa — my absolute favourite takeout salad. That is, unless I forget to remove the quinoa. Quinoa ruins it for me. Probably because I once inhaled a piece. I did eventually cough it out … about 30 minutes later.

Multiple locations.

The Rating: 9.4/10 Last Bite: The soups are excellent — and don’t skip the little cheese balls.

2. Kupfert & Kim

L-R: Rick samples Chop Hop’s Rasa salad; a bowl from Kupfert & Kim

Once you get past the fact that this place is vegan — and yes, that took me a minute — you might find, like I did, that they’re making some of the best salads and bowls around. Smoothies aside, the smoothie bowls, loaded with house-made granola and fresh berries, make eating healthy feel easy.

Multiple locations.

The Rating: 8.7/10 Last Bite: Get the granola.

3. Forest Hill Farmhouse

I’ve worked through the Casa Loma, the Village BLT and the Crispy Buffalo Beltline Wrap. You don’t get much more Torontonian than this menu.

Now that they’ve added sandwiches and expanded to five spots across the city. I have a feeling I’ll be seeing a lot more of the Farmhouse fare.

Multiple locations.

The Rating: 8.8/10 Last Bite: Spadina Spring Roll salad.

Say that 10 times fast.

4. Mandy’s

If Mandy's Gourmet Salads were judged on decor alone, the score might be a perfect 10 — the space oozes charm. But as a takeout guy, I’m focused on the salad and the value. That’s where things slip a bit. The salads are very good, not exceptional, and once you add a protein, you’re definitely paying for the pretty room — even if you’re not sticking around to enjoy it.

Multiple locations.

The Rating: 7.7/10 Last Bite: Eat it there and soak in the charm.

It’ll taste better.

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Fostering a Family-First Workplace Dynamic Tips from Jeremy Diamond and Sandra Zisckind of Diamond & Diamond Lawyers SANDRA ZISCKIND Sandra Zisckind is a lawyer who was called to the Bar in 2003 and practices in the area of Plaintiff personal injury litigation in Toronto

The legal industry can be fastpaced, high-pressure, and very demanding on those who work in it. Late nights at the office can easily become a habit, especially when a lawyer feels that’s what is expected from upper management. Lawyers are often put under a lot of pressure, and they are expected to perform at consistently high levels.

“It can be difficult, particularly early-on in your career, to find that work-life balance without feeling like you’re jeopardizing your career,” says Jeremy Diamond, Partner, Diamond & Diamond.

Some firms have built a workplace culture where there is little room for fun, relaxation, or decompression while at work. Diamond & Diamond makes every effort to ensure there is a well-balanced family-first workplace dynamic where staff feel supported both in and outside of the workplace.

Office Culture While practicing law often involves serious subject matter, the office doesn’t have to be dry and serious at all times. Diamond & Diamond makes an effort to inject fun into the day-to-day, which helps boost morale and prevent burnout.

“We try to organize firm trips as often as we can - they’re a great way to decompress, have fun, and let our staff know that we appreciate all of their hard work,” says Jeremy Diamond, Partner, Diamond Law. Diamond & Diamond believes that feeling valued and appreciated is the key to employee satisfaction. In addition to firm trips, the management team also organizes events and summer engagements that the office is both welcome and encouraged to attend. NHL Playoff season is always a great time around the office, and it makes for a really energetic, fun work atmosphere.

Diamond & Diamond has built an office culture that values connection, and a big contributor to that is their open door policy. Staff members are encouraged to bring up questions, ideas, or issues at any time during the day and share what they're working on with others. This leads to a casual atmosphere that allows staff to feel comfortable asking questions and communicating.

Outside of the Workplace Beyond the workplace, Diamond & Diamond prioritizes personal time and encourages lawyers and support staff to take time to themselves. Personal time looks different for everyone, and it’s important that all staff feel empowered to use theirs in whichever ways they want to.

“We know that the firm is not their whole lives, and we would never expect it to be! We want our staff to have fulfilling lives outside of the workplace,” says Jer-

emy Diamond, Partner, Diamond & Diamond.

Personal time is crucial to preventing burnout. The management team encourages staff to take time off for family, friends, and themselves. Family commitments are set to high priority, and the firm ensures that no one has to miss milestones for work. The firm has adopted a work to live motto, as opposed to the live to work culture that many firms opt for.

If you’re looking for a personal injury law firm, don’t hesitate to call Diamond & Diamond today at 1-800-567-HURT to schedule a free consultation.

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2048 Avenue Road • www.karbouzi.com

Now Open from 4 pm - 9 pm Monday - Saturday Eric Chong and mentor Alvin Leung

Casual Greek Dining • Second Floor Bar

From zero to Michelin hero overnight winner revealed that without the star, aKin may have closed.

"If we didn't get a star, I really think that it would be the end of us," Chong admitted. Two and a half years in the making, the restaurant was burning cash fast.

Without the Michelin nod, he would’ve needed an extra $500,000 just to stay open for another year — not to mention the risk of losing a world-class team whose reputations hinged on that star.

The impact of the Michelin recognition was a total 180 degree turn for the business. Within 24 hours of the ceremony, 700 reservations flooded the system. By

the next day, that number had jumped to 1,300. It turned a struggling passion project into one of the most secure bookings in the city practically overnight Co-owned with mentor Alvin Leung, the restaurant’s menu riffs on Southeast Asian street food, from elevated Hainanese chicken rice to Singaporean chili crab, and a strict tasting menu format ensures almost zero waste.

After years of battling the “home cook” label, the star validated Chong’s work. In the kitchen, that little red book can be the difference between thriving and shutting down.

— Jennifer Schembri

Bayview’s hidden dumpling counter If your North York food knowledge ends at Yonge Street, you’re playing it safe and missing out. Located on Willowdale Avenue, the Dumpling Shop has been quietly turning out dumplings and steamed buns for more than 15 years.

For many locals, it’s a longtime go-to — a place you’ve been visiting since high school, only to return years later and find it tastes exactly as you remember.

The space is small and bright, functioning more as a takeout counter than a dine-in destination. Parking can be tricky, it’s cash only, and there are printed cooking instructions taped by the door. Regulars know the routine: walk in, order a few hot items if they’re available, then load up on frozen bags to steam or pan-fry at home.

The Shanghai glutinous rice, mushroom and

pork siomai is a stand out — a dense, savoury alternative to the smaller versions found downtown. While the red bean sticky rice has a loyal following, the savoury meat version often sells out first. The braised beef soup is a cold weather essential, offering a level of flavour that only comes from a long, slow simmer.

The freezer is where the shop really earns its reputation. You will find soup dumplings with thin, silky skins alongside pork and chive, beef or cabbage and wood ear mushroom varieties. The vegetable buns, packed with finely diced cabbage, are a fresh alternative to standard frozen fare.

Some longtime customers swear these are the best in the GTA, regularly buying 50 or 100 at a time instead of settling for grocery store brands.

The Dumpling Shop is located at 184 Willowdale Ave., North York.

— JS

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For anyone who thinks a Michelin star doesn’t matter in Toronto, think again.

At the Michelin ceremony last September, Eric Chong was the man of the hour. His restaurant, aKin, earned the city’s only star for 2025, and he was named Young Chef of the Year. But behind the gold-leaf and champagne, the 32-year-old was facing financial hardship.

Opening a high-end tastingmenu concept in Toronto was a huge gamble, and for Chong, aKin was the ultimate risk. On the Tasting Notes Toronto podcast, the former chemical engineer and MasterChef Canada

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L–R: Nana’s stripped-down decor, the famous pork bánh mì

The Vietnamese bite Thornhill loves In a strip mall on Highway 7, Bánh Mì Nana is doing something almost unheard of in the GTA’s Vietnamese food scene: Nana only sells one sandwich.

Most spots in Richmond Hill or Thornhill survive by offering a massive menu of phở and rice plates, but Nana’s tiny, 10-person shop has banked everything on a single Saigon-style pork bánh mì.

The strategy is working. Since opening just six months ago, the shop has been consistently mobbed, at one point churning out 2,000 sandwiches in a single day.

The business is a family handoff between executive chef Don

and his niece Michelle. The "Nana" in the name is a tribute to Don’s grandmother, who moved from Vietnam to Vancouver in 1980. She spent decades making traditional deli meats and pâté for local grocery stores, and Don kept her recipe books for years before opening this shop.

Inside, the vibe is stripped back. There are green Grab delivery jackets on the wall and small stools that mimic the street-side stalls of Vietnam. You watch the team build your order behind a glass counter, choosing between spicy or mild.

The difference here is the prep work. They bake their own ba-

guettes using flour imported from Vietnam. They also make their own deli meats, pâté and a clear Vietnamese-style butter — a rarity in Ontario where most shops buy wholesale. They even core the cucumbers to keep the bread from getting soggy.

At roughly $11, it’s a heavy, stuffed sandwich that’s worth the trip. If you’re lucky enough to live in the area, it’s an easy win for a weeknight dinner — just remember to hit the ATM first, as they don't take cards.

Bánh Mì Nana is located at 505 Highway 7, Thornhill.

— Jennifer Schembri

Toronto gets chic itameshi dining A new Japanese-Italian fusion (itameshi) restaurant, Bellis, just opened at 561 Bloor St. W., bringing chef Attila Baksa’s long-held culinary vision to life. Bellis is the latest project from Jeffrey Chu (Yuugi Izakaya, 915 Dupont, Tebasaki Wing House) and Baksa, blending two cuisines the chef has long wanted to unite.

“Over the years, I’ve always felt that Japanese and Italian flavours would complement each other beautifully,” Baksa says. “The idea of merging Japanese and Italian flavours first came to me in 2020 while I was working on a project with a few friends. Unfortunately, that project didn’t move forward, but I didn’t want those ideas to fade.”

The menu brings that vision to the table. The rigatoni dish layers Hatcho miso into a spicy pasta sauce for extra depth and umami.

“It’s not immediately obvious on the palate, but

when you compare the sauce with and without the miso, you can really notice the added depth and umami,” Baksa says.

Another highlight is the Toma-Toast, featuring ginger-soy marinated Campari tomatoes, yuzuwhipped ricotta and aromatic shiso.

The beverage program shifts from daytime coffee service to a cocktail bar at night, focusing on clean, balanced drinks.

With terracotta walls, exposed brick and forest green accents, Bellis is designed to feel chic yet approachable — perfect for after-work drinks, date nights or an easy solo dinner.

“Ultimately, I want the experience to reflect what I personally enjoy about dining out — somewhere guests feel comfortable coming back to again and again,” Baksa says.

— Erica Commisso

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T.O.’S BEST PHYSICIANS FOR 2026 WITHIN 56 SPECIALTIES AS CHOSEN BY THEIR PEERS

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TORONTO’S TOP 500 DOCTORS

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DR. CHRISTOPHER HONG MD, FRCSC

HUMBER RIVER HOSPITAL / SCHROEDER AMBULATORY CENTRE Dr. Hong is one of Toronto’s leading facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons and has performed over 5,000 aesthetic surgical procedures to date. He's been chosen as a top cosmetic surgeon for two consecutive years and is known for his expertise in deep plane facelift and neck lift surgery as well as rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty. He is a faculty member at U of T and combines advanced surgical skill with a meticulous, patient-centred approach to deliver safe, natural-looking, and consistently excellent results.

What is your most recent accomplishment?

My most recent accomplishment is the successful launch of RapidAccessMinorSurgery.com, the first of its kind self-referral service for minor surgical care across the Greater Toronto Area. This innovative platform was created to address long wait times and barriers within the traditional referral system.

It enables patients to book outpatient surgical treatment directly, without requiring a physician referral, for common conditions such as cysts, lipomas, moles, and certain skin cancers.

By streamlining access to care, my goal is to help reduce delays in diagnosis and treatment, allowing patients to receive timely, efficient, and high-quality surgical services. The initiative reflects my commitment to improving healthcare accessibility, enhancing patient autonomy, and delivering patient-centred solutions within the community.

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Congratulations to those physicians who’ve made the list for a 5th straight year

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TORONTO’S TOP 500 DOCTORS In just its 5th year, our top doctors list has become one of the highest-ranked physician guides locally on Google and ChatGPT. Post City Magazines and Streets of Toronto are grateful to those who graciously nominated their fellow practitioners.

Dr. Amiirah Aujnarain

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2014 Toronto Allergists l Dr. Stephen Betschel

Graduated: McMaster, 1998 Toronto Allergy Group Dr. David Fahmy

Graduated: Schulich Sch., Western, 2011 Silver Birch Allergy Clinic Dr. Wendy Gould

Dr. Nina Jindal

Dr. Michael Hiscox

Graduated: Kasturba Medical College, 2009 Oak Ridge Dermatology Ctr.

Graduated: UBC, 2005 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Behnam Safa

Graduated: Glasgow Uni, 1995 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Christine Song

Graduated: U of T, 2000 Sunnybrook

Graduated: UBC, 2008 St. Michael’s Hospital

Dr. Desmond Lam

Graduated: U of T, 1983 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1994 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Caroline Weisser

Dr. Henderson Lee

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2013 Unify Health

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1990 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: Hadassah-Hebrew University, 1988 The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Fahad Alam

Dr. Sari Herman

Dr. Ahmad Alli

Graduated: U of the Witwatersrand, 2002 St. Michael’s Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008 North York General Hospital Dr. Beverly Morningstar

Graduated: U of T, 1976 Sunnybrook

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 North York General Hospital Dr. Hanna Lee

Graduated: U of T, 2012 One Heart Care Dr. Kevin Levitt

Graduated: UBC, 2006 Michael Garron Hospital

y Cardiology Dr. Husam Abdel-Qadir

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Women's College Hospital

l Dr. Kareem Morant

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2010 Cardiac Care North York

Dr. Ravi Bajaj

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Cardiac Care North York

Dr. Daniel Ozier

Graduated: McMaster, 2015 Unify Health

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Graduated: Vitebsk State Uni, 1983 Sunnybrook

Graduated: Queen's, 2008 North York General Hospital MIKE

Graduated: Queen's, 2010 North York General Hospital Graduated: U of T, 1993 Sunnybrook

Dr. Lisa Pillo

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Graduated: McMaster, 2008 Sunnybrook

Dr. Darren Kagal

Dr. Sanjho Srikandarajah

Dr. Keith Tanner

Dr. Aaron Mocon

Dr. John Janevski

Graduated: U of T, 1998 Toronto Western Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Peter Vadas

Graduated: U of T, 2007 North York General Hospital

Graduated: McMaster, 2004 North York Medical Group

Dr. Neilesh Soneji

Graduated: Schulich Sch., 1977 Sussman Allergy

Dr. Asimul Alam

l Dr. Eyal Grunebaum

Dr. Chris Idestrup

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2000 North York General Hospital

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Graduated: St. George's University, 2006 Sussman Allergy

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1998 Sunnybrook

Dr. Darryl Irwin

l Dr. Gordon Sussman

Dr. John Graham

Dr. Jeremy Edwards

l Dr. Heather Ross

Graduated: Queen's, 2007 Toronto General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2003 St. Michael's Hospital HAN

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Graduated: Queen's, 2014 Unify Health

YING-ZHANG

Graduated: U of T, 2008 St. Michael’s Hospital

Dr. Vinay Garg

Graduated: Bangalore Uni, 1994 Toronto General Hospital

JIHAD

Dr. Michelle Klaiman

Dr. Atul Prabhu

Graduated: U of T, 1998 St. Michael’s Hospital

ABOUALI

Graduated: U of T, 2020 North York General Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Dickson

Graduated: U of T, 2013 Sussman Allergy

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Dr. Joshua Fletcher

Dr. Baruch Jakubovic

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Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026 DR. KUNAAL JINDAL BSc(Med) MD FRCSC

STUDIO PLASTIC SURGERY & THE MINOR SURGERY CENTER Dr. Jindal is a distinguished plastic surgeon in Toronto, specializing in aesthetic surgery. As the founder of Studio Plastic Surgery and co-founder of The Minor Surgery Centers, he brings over a decade of experience. His comprehensive training, combined with surgical expertise, allows him to deliver natural, beautiful results with a patient-centered approach grounded in compassionate care and trust.

What do you like most about practicing plastic surgery and why?

I’m fortunate to work in a dynamic, ever-evolving specialty that embraces the latest advancements to enhance patient care. What I cherish most is witnessing the boost in confidence my patients gain and hearing their stories of renewed self-esteem. This work demands precision, an artistic eye, and a dedication to persistent innovation and refinement—an honour I’m grateful for every day.

How do you build trust with a patient in your care?

At our practice, trust is the cornerstone of every patient relationship, grounded in honesty, integrity, and genuine care. I believe it’s earned through open, thoughtful communication and by taking the time to understand each patient’s goals. This creates a supportive experience where patients feel heard, valued, and respected. My aim is to foster a collaborative environment where patients feel confident, empowered, and cared for throughout their journey.

7 Yonge Blvd, Toronto 416-342-3950 www.studioplasticsurgery.com

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l Dr. Sheldon Singh

Dr. Maral Ouzounian

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McGill, 2003 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Jacob Udell

Dr. Steve Singh

Graduated: U of T, 2003 Women's College Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Ashlin Alexander

Dr. Chris Tarola

l Dr. Gideon Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Daniel Abramowitz

l Dr. Robert Cusimano

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1983 Toronto General Hospital

Graduated: Queen's, 2011 North York General Hospital

Graduated: Universidade Federal Do Parana, 1968 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Shady Ashamalla

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Michael Garron Hospital Dr. Stanley Feinberg

Graduated: U of T, 1980 North York General Hospital Dr. Marisa Louridas

Graduated: Shimane Ikadaigaku, 1997 The Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: U of Manitoba, 2010 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. David Latter

Dr. Aman Pooni

Graduated: McGill, 1982 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2011 Michael Garron Hospital

l Dr. Fuad Moussa

l Dr. Fayez Quereshy

Graduated: McGill, 1997 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Toronto Western Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2005 Form Face + Body

Dr. Mike Roskies

Dr. Rochelle Melvin

Dr. Thomas Constantine

Dr. Robert Sleightholm

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 2012 Yorkville Plastic Surgery Ctr. Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1979 Sovereign Cosmetic Surgery

Graduated: McGill, 1995 Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Dr. Oakley Smith

Dr. Christopher Hong

Dr. Philip Solomon

Dr. Cory Torgerson

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Sovereign Cosmetic Surgery l Dr. Ronald Zuker

Dr. Michael Kreidstein

Graduated: U of T, 1969 The Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: U of T, 1987 Dr. Michael Kreidstein Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

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Dr. Jacqueline Makerewich

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Sunnybrook

Dr. Elliott Owen

Graduated: U of T, 2009 North York General Hospital Dr. Phil Shin

Dr. Michael Sklar

Graduated: U of T, 1994 Solomon Facial Plastic Clinic

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Graduated: U of T, 2019 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2001 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1982 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Martin Jugenburg

Graduated: McMaster, 2009 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Angela Stone

Graduated: McMaster, 2005 Michael Garron Hospital Dr. Michael Warner

Graduated: Queen's, 2004 Michael Garron Hospital Dr. Natalie Wong

Graduated: U of T, 1998 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Shelly Dev

Graduated: Schulich School, PAUL

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Graduated: U of T, 1999 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Christie Lee

Graduated: U of T, 2003 Edelstein Cosmetic

COHEN

Graduated: U of Al-Mustansiriyah, 2004 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Richard Rival

Dr. David Klein

Graduated: U of T, 1989 Rhinoplasty Toronto North York Medical Group

Dr. Catherine Haywood

Dr. Paul Bernick

Dr. Sayf Gazala

Graduated: U of Lille II, 2010 Forest Hill Plastic Surgery and MediSpa

Graduated: McGill, 2008 Humber River Health

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Sunnybrook

l Dr. Tirone David

Dr. David Boudana

Dr. Michael Brandt

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Graduated: U of T, 1992 Sunnybrook

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008 Mathew A Plant Md

Graduated: Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine, 2012 North York General Hospital

KAREN

y Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr. Robert Yanagawa

Dr. Mathew Plant

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Face Toronto

Dr. Anna Geagea

FLEMING

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2002 Sunnybrook

Dr. Jamil Asaria

Graduated: McGill, 2004 Dr. Dimitrios Motakis Office

KUNAAL

Dr. Mohammad Zia

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013 Sunnybrook

Dr. Dimitrios Motakis

Graduated: McGill, 1995 Sunnybrook

JINDAL

Graduated: McGill, 2001 Unify Health

Dr. Robert Fowler

Graduated: Queen's, 2006 Ashlin Alexander Facial Cosmetic Surgery

FATIMAH

Dr. Kibar Yared

Western, 2011 Air Sculpt

y Cosmetic Surgery

GILANI

Cardiology continued

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Dr. Hemi Dua

Dr. Jamie Blicker

Graduated: U of T, 2012 Rosedale Dermatology Centre

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McGill, 1999 North York General Hospital

Dr. Kucy Pon

Dr. Ben Fine

Dr. David Carr

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, 1996 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Trillium Health Partners Mississauga Hospital

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2001 Mackenzie Health

l Dr. Fara Redlick

Dr. Leonard Grinblat

Graduated: U of T, 2003 Compass Dermatology

Graduated: McMaster, 2002 WELL Health Diagnostic Ctrs.

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Jennifer Salsberg

Dr. Ryan Margau

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2007 Avenue MD

Graduated: U of T, 2001 North York General Hospital

l Dr. Sara Gray

Dr. Matt Sandre

Dr. Amanda Murphy

Graduated: McMaster, 2015 Unify Health

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2010 North York General Hospital

Dr. Maxwell Sauder

Dr. Linda Probyn

Graduated: McMaster, 2011 Toronto Dermatology Centre

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Laura Hans

Graduated: U of T, 1990 Dr. Nowell Solish Cosmetic Dermatologist

Dr. Mia Skarpathiotakis

Dr. Marlee Klaiman

l Dr. Scott Walsh

Dr. Eugene Yu

Graduated: U of T, 2000 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 1996 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

l Dr. Anatoli Freiman

y Diagnostic Radiology

y Emergency Medicine

Dr. Omid Vojdani

Graduated: McGill, 2002 Toronto Dermatology Centre

Dr. Robert Bleakney

Dr. Alun Ackery

Graduated: Queen's Belfast School of Medicine, 1993 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of Newfoundland, 2005 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Petrina Causer

Graduated: U of T, 1997 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Renee Beach

Graduated: McMaster, 2007 Dermatelier On Avenue Dr. Madelaine Bell

Graduated: U of T, 2020 Cleveland Clinic Canada Dr. Julia Carroll

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2001 Compass Dermatology Dr. Paul Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 1995 Rosedale Dermatology Centre Dr. David Croitoru

Graduated: U of T, 2017 Women's College Hospital Dr. M. Anne Curtis

Graduated: U of T, 1982 Dermatology on Bloor

l Dr. Martie Gidon

Graduated: McMaster, 1977 Gidon Aesthetics & Medispa Partner Of Dermapure Group Dr. Lisa Kellett

l Dr. Nowell Solish

Graduated: U of T, 1995 York Radiology Consultants

Graduated: Queen's, 2020 Scarborough General Hospital Graduated: U of T, 1995 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Samuel Vaillancourt

Graduated: McGill, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Sunnybrook Dr. Eva Kogan

Graduated: U of T, 1978 Oak Valley Health Dr. Olexandra Koshkina

Graduated: U of Dublin, 2013 Women's College Hospital Dr. Iliana Lega

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Women's College Hospital Graduated: U of T, 2004 St. Michael's Health Centre Dr. Meagan McLavish

Graduated: U of Alberta, 2018 Unify Health Dr. Oren Steen

Dr. Raymond Fung

Graduated: McMaster, 2002 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Ilana Halperin

Dr. Fok-Han Leung

y Endocrinology Diabetes + Metabolism

Dr. Erin Bearss

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009 LMC Healthcare Dr. Shoba Sujana Kumar

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2003 Women's College Hospital Dr. Alanna Weisman

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Rainbow Health Ontario

Graduated: Queen's, 2010 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Jeremy Gilbert

GURU

Graduated: U of T, 2002

KANDASAMY

MIRA

Dr. Tej-Jaskirat Grewal

Graduated: McMaster, 2018 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Bryan Au

Graduated: Queen's, 2008 Michael Garron Hospital

SHUMAN

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 Cleveland Clinic Canada

Graduated: U of T, 2006 Sunnybrook

Dr. Noah Ditkofsky

Graduated: U of T, 1992 DLK on Avenue

Dr. Michael Charnish

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Anova Fertility

CHIU

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Toronto Dermatology Centre

Dr. Alyse Goldberg

STEIN

Dr. Benjamin Barankin

Cleveland Clinic Canada Midtown

RAYMOND

Graduated: U of T, 2008 Canadian Plastic Surgery Ctr.

DIXON

Dr. Renita Ahluwalia

MARJORIE

y Dermatology

PRISCILLA

cRITCAL CARE Continued

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Toronto’S TOP DOCTORS 2026

Dr. Nathalie Adabachi

Graduated: Université de Sherbrooke, 2008 Humber River Health

Dr. Noah Forman

Dr. Jeff Ashley

Dr. Donna Gasparro

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988 William Osler Health Centre

Graduated: Ross University, 2010 FEMME Women's Wellness Medical and Cosmetics

Dr. Yaniv Berliner

Graduated: McMaster, 1984 North York General Hospital

Graduated: McMaster, 2010 Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Ajay Chanana

Dr. Darrell Ginsberg

Graduated: King's College London GKT School, 2004 The S&Y Clinic

Graduated: Queen's, 2014 Unify Health

Dr. Stephen Cord

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2009 Eglinton Station Medical

Dr. Jordana Sacks

Graduated: U of T, 1989 Dr. Marvin Gelkopf Office

Graduated: U of T, 2002 North York General Hospital

Dr. Manpreet Kaur

Dr. Sheana Desson

Graduated: U of Ireland, 2006 Generations Family Health Ctr. Dr. Kathleen Doukas

Graduated: McMaster, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Jonah Elfassy

Graduated: McMaster, 2020 North York General Hospital l Dr. Cara Flamer

Graduated: McMaster, 2019 Toronto Memory Program Graduated: U of T, 1984 Women's College Hospital Graduated: U of T, 2015 Advancing Care Medical Clinic l Dr. Gillian Lindzon

Graduated: U of T, 2011 Glengrove Medical Centre Dr. Sidney Nusinowitz

BOUDANA

AARTI

KAPOOR

Graduated: Queen's, 2006

DAVID

Graduated: U of T, 1978 Dr. Sidney Nusinowitz Office

Dr. Ian Bookman

Dr. Herman Dhotar

Graduated: U of T, 2000 St Joseph's Health Centre

Graduated: Ross Uni, 2008 North York General Hospital

Dr. Sam Elfassy

Dr. Shawn Garbedian

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Joseph's Health Ctr.

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2005 North York General Hospital

Dr. Magdy ElKhashab

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Dr. Ian Mayne

Graduated: Queen's, 1996 Toronto General Hospital Dr. Mira Shuman

Graduated: Tehran Uni, 1992 North York General Hospital Dr. Khalid Syed

Dr. Vishal Patel

l Dr. Morgan Rosenberg

Graduated: U of T, 2009 Toronto Endoscopy Clinic

Dr. Zane Cohen

Graduated: U of T, 1969 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: McMaster, 2002 North York Family Medicine Ctr.

Graduated: U of T, 2014 North York General Hospital

Dr. Joshua Waks

Dr. Talia Zenlea

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Futurity Medical Clinic

y General Surgery Graduated: McGill, 1992 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. James Saperia

Dr. Rebecca Stoller

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Toronto Specialty Rapid Access Clinic

Dr. Najma Ahmed

Graduated: U of T, 2005 North York General Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Generations Family Health Ctr.

Dr. Ian Mayne

Dr. Hossein Mehdian

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. David Silver

Dr. Timothy Li

Graduated: U of T, 1981 Sunnybrook

Dr. Jeffrey Mosko

Graduated: Queen's, 2009 Sunnybrook

Dr. Carol Kitai

Dr. Terry Axelrod

Graduated: U of T, 1978 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Sheryl Seidman

Graduated: U of London, 2000 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 2003 Dr. Rupert Abdalian

Dr. Gabor Kandel

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Taddle Creek Family Health Team

Dr. Amit Atrey

l Dr. Rupert Abdalian

Graduated: Cairo Uni, 1981 Toronto Liver Centre

Dr. Orit Segal

l Dr. Aarti Kapoor

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2000 Sunnybrook

Dr. Kimberly Reiter

Dr. Jodine Rosenberg

Dr. Marvin Gelkopf

Dr. Alison Culbert

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Polyclinic Family and Speciality Medicine Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2016 Generations Family Health Ctr.

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Mackenzie Health

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Well Health

y Gastroenterology

Dr. Lew Pliamm

y General Orthopedics

Dr. Karen Devon

Graduated: McGill, 2004 Women's College Hospital

Graduated: U of Vermont, 2006 Women's College Hospital

Dr. Moska Hamidi

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013 Humber River Health LISA

y FAMILY MEDICINE

Graduated: McMaster, 1989 Cleveland Clinic Canada

KELLETT

Graduated: U of T, 1989 Sunnybrook

Dr. Eddie Wasser

Graduated: Wayne State U, 2005 Unify Health

FAHAD

l Dr. Karen Fleming

Dr. Amiesha Panchal

ALAM

Dr. Cara Flamer BioIdentical Hormone Therapy

Graduated: U of T, 2002 St. Michael's Hospital

HO

Dr. Catherine Yu

HARMONY

ENDOCRINOLOGY DIABETES + METABOLISM Continued

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Graduated: U of Dublin, 2011 Humber River Health

Dr. David Urbach

Graduated: U of T, 1993 Women's College Hospital Dr. Natalya Zhang

Graduated: McMaster, 2009 North York General Hospital

y GERIATRIC MEDICINE Dr. Jillian Alston

Dr. Ashlie Nadler

Graduated: U of T, 2012 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Sunnybrook Graduated: McMaster, 2004 Women's College Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 2002 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McGill, 2003 North York General Hospital Graduated: Ain Shams Uni, 1997 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2013 Sunnybrook Graduated: McMaster, 2009 Michael Garron

Dr. David Smith

l Dr. Camilla Wong

Graduated: U of T, 2016 Dr. David Smith

TUNDE-BYASS

MODUPE

Graduated: Schulich School,

Dr. Yulia Lin

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Liat Hogen

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Sunnybrook

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: U of T, 2000 Sunnybrook Dr. Christopher Kandel

Dr. Anne McLeod

Graduated: U of T, 2011 Michael Garron Hospital Dr. Janine McCready

Dr. Nadine Shehata

Graduated: Memorial Uni of Newfoundland, 1994 Mount Sinai Hospital Dr. Michelle Sholzberg

Graduated: McMaster, 2007 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2004 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Linda Taggart

y Hospice And Palliative

Graduated: U of T, 2007 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jonathan Ailon

Dr. Darrell Tan

Graduated: McGill, 2009 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1996 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2002 St. Michael's Hospital

l Dr. Daphna Grossman

Graduated: U of T, 1992 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2017 Mackenzie Health

Graduated: Queen's, 2008 North York General Hospital

y hEMATOLOGY

y Internal Medicine Dr. Joshua Bernick

Dr. Desmond Leung

Graduated: U of T, 2017 Celine Yeung MD FRCSC

Graduated: U of T, 2005 North York General Hospital

Dr. Malika Sharma

Dr. Martina Trinkaus

Graduated: U of T, 2009 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Brian Minnema

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2000 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1998 North York General Hospital

Dr. Heather Baltzer

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Jeff Powis

Dr. Jeff Silverman

Graduated: Ben-Gurion Uni, 2002 Sunnybrook

Dr. Ian Brasg

Dr. Adrienne Chan

Graduated: McGill, 2006 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Celine Yeung

Dr. Marcus Bernardini

CHRIS

Dr. Shahnoor Ullah

y Gynecologic Oncology

HONG

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Women's Care Clinic Toronto

Dr. Lilian Gien

Dr. Linda Dvali

Graduated: U of T, 2003 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jensen Tan

Graduated: U of T, 2014 Humber River Health

y hand surgery

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2002 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: UBC, 2006 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2006 North York General Hospital

Dr. Danielle Vicus

l Dr. Samir Sinha

l Dr. Jory Simpson

Graduated: Queen’s, 1997 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: U of T, 2015 Sunnybrook

Dr. Jarred Rosenberg

Dr. Hany Sawires

Dr. Sarah Ingber

Dr. Brenna Swift

Dr. Katrina Piggott

Dr. Brian Pinchuk

Dr. Sarah Ferguson

Graduated: U of T, 1990 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: U of T, 1987 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McGill, 1997 Oak Valley Health

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Stephane Laframboise

Dr. Barbara Liu

Dr. Crystal Pallister

Graduated: McGill, 2008 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: Sackler Sch. of Medicine, Tel Aviv Uni 2005 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

l Dr. Dov Gandell

Dr. Fahima Osman

l Dr. Isaac Bogoch

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Mark Cheung

Graduated: U of T, 1980 Sunnybrook

y Infectious Disease

RUTH

Dr. Melinda Maggisano

Dr. Roseann Andreou

Bouchard-Fortier

RONN

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Humber River Health

l Dr. Genevieve

PHILIP

Dr. Steven MacLellan

Western, 2013 Mackenzie Health

SOLOMON

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Women's Care Clinic Toronto

GIFFIN

Dr. Quoc Huynh

MEREDITH

general surgery Continued

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INTERNAL MEDICINE Continued Dr. Ed Etchells

Dr. Anne Berndl

Dr. Jeffrey Perl

Dr. Courtney Jolliffe

Dr. Alexandra Nevin-Lam

Graduated: U of T, 1987 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McMaster, 2005 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2003 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2002 North York General Hospital

Dr. Vivian Ng

Dr. Nirmala Chandrasekaran

Dr. Martin Schreiber

Dr. Sari Kives

Dr. Leslie Po

Graduated: U of T, 1987 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1995 The Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: Queen's, 2009 Sunnybrook

Dr. Ron Wald

l Dr. Jamie Kroft

Dr. Eliane Shore

Graduated: McGill, 1999 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2006 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Jeffrey Zaltzman

Dr. Rose Kung

l Dr. Mara Sobel

Dr. Dini Hui

Graduated: McGill, 1985 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1986 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Sunnybrook

y Neurosurgery

Dr. Matthew Laskin

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2007 U of T | Dept. Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology

Graduated: U of T, 2016 North York General Hospital Dr. Steven Shadowitz

Graduated: McGill, 1989 Sunnybrook

Dr. Sunit Das

Dr. John Kingdom

Dr. Christopher Smith

Graduated: U of London, 1990 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of Dublin, 1984 Mount Sinai Hospital Dr. Nir Melamed

Graduated: Hadassah-Hebrew University, 2004 Sunnybrook

y Interventional Cardiology Dr. Akshay Bagai

Graduated: U of Ireland, 1979 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Sam Radhakrishnan

Graduated: U of T, 1993 Vaughan Heart Institute

y Nephrology

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Oak Valley Health

y Maternal + Fetal Medicine

l Dr. Michelle Hladunewich

Graduated: U of Alberta, 1994 Sunnybrook

Graduated: UBC, 2008 Humber River Health

Dr. Grace Liu

Dr. Modupe Tunde-Byass

Graduated: U of T, 1995 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of Ibadan, 1987 Fairview Health Centre

Graduated: U of Al-Mustansiri yah, 1983 Anova Fertility

Dr. Prema Vaidyanathan

Dr. Karli Mayo

Dr. Mark Yudin

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2010 Humber River Health

Graduated: U of T, 1995 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2012 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2009 Anova Fertility Dr. Elaine Herer

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1982 Sunnybrook Dr. Michelle Jacobson

Graduated: U of Calcutta, 1985 Anova Fertility

y Oncology

Dr. Carmen McCaffrey

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2009 Women's Coven Health ASIF

GOLDBERG

ALYSE

Graduated: Ben-Gurion Uni, 1994 Lakeridge Health

PIRANI

Dr. Howard Berger

Dr. Daniela Caprara

Dr. Meredith Giffin

Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein

Graduated: U of T, 2012 Humber River Health

Dr. Haidar Mahmoud

Graduated: McGill, 2015 North York General Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 1999 Toronto General Hospital

Graduated: UBC, 2000 Sunnybrook

Graduated: Queen's, 2007 Sunnybrook

Dr. Rebecca Cherniak

Dr. David Cherney

Dr. Harindra Wijeysundera

Dr. Nir Lipsman

y Obstetrics + Gynecology

l Dr. Greg Ryan

Graduated: U of T, 2003 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: Northwestern Uni, 2001 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Lynn Sterling

Graduated: Queen's, 2006 Southlake Health

Dr. Colleen Dawn McDermott

Dr. Eitan Amir

Graduated: Manchester Medical School, 2003 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr. Dr. Michael Raphael

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: Queen's, 2012 Sunnybrook

Dr. Alysha Nensi

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2013 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Mateya Trinkaus

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Oak Valley Health

FARA

Graduated: Monash Uni, 2008 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Sagar Rohailla

REDLICK

Dr. Sebastian Hobson

ROBERTO

Graduated: McGill, 2011 Michael Garron Hospital

KUCY

Dr. Olivier Nguyen

TUTINO

Graduated: Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical Uni, 2001 St. Michael's Hospital

PON

Graduated: McGill, 2011 North York General Hospital

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Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1987 Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Alan Berger

Graduated: McGill, 1983 St. Michael's Hospital

Dr. Lawrence Weisbrod

Dr. Robert Devenyi

Graduated: U of T, 1993 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1983 Toronto Western Hospital Dr. Fatimah Gilani

y Optometry

Graduated: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 2011 Bochner Eye Institute

Dr. Mike Rotholz

Dr. Alexander Kaplan

Graduated: McMaster, 2012 Toronto Western Hospital Dr. Edward Margolin

Graduated: West Virginia Uni, 2001 Mount Sinai Hospital Dr. Jonathan Micieli

Graduated: McGill, 2012 Toronto Eye Specialists and Surgeons

Graduated: New England College of Optometry, 1998 View Eye Care Dr. Kerry Salsberg

Graduated: U of Waterloo, 1994 Eyes On Sheppard

l Dr. Allan Slomovic

Graduated: Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine, 1979 Toronto Western Hospital

y Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Jihad Abouali

Graduated: McMaster, 2007 Push Pounds Sports Medicine

Dr. Sagar Desai

Graduated: U of T, 2008 Humber River Health Graduated: U of T, 1986 Sunnybrook

Dr. John De Almeida

Dr. Howard Meng

Dr. Vincent Lin

Dr. Ali Mirdamadi

Graduated: Queen's, 2000 Sunnybrook

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2012 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Graduated: McGill, 2010 Unify Health

Graduated: U of Ireland, 2011 Afiya Spine & Pain Clinic

Graduated: U of T, 1991 Oak Valley Health

Graduated: U of T, 2010 Sunnybrook

Dr. David Snyder

y Pain Management

Dr. David Goldstein

l Dr. Andrea Furlan

Graduated: U of T, 1998 UHN | Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: University of Sao Paulo, 1992 Toronto General Hospital Dr. John Hanlon

Graduated: U of T, 1997 Sunnybrook

Dr. Sari Herman

Dr. Zameer Pirani

Dr. Jeffrey Werger

Dr. Antoine Eskander

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 North York Medical Group Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Toronto Poly Clinic

Dr. Rickul Varshney

Dr. Danny Enepekides

Graduated: U of T, 2014 Sunnybrook

Dr. David Mula

Graduated: Université de Montréal, 2009 Toronto Head and Neck Clinic

Graduated: U of T, 2005 UHN | Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: McMaster, 2008 Michael Garron Hospital

BOBBY

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2008 North York General Hospital

Dr. Tulika Shinghal

Dr. Brad Hubbard

YANAGAWA

ANDREA

FURLAN

Graduated: U of T, 1982 Bochner Eye Institute

y Otolaryngology Ear Nose Throat

Dr. Kevin Higgins

Dr. Christopher Peskun

Dr. Thileeban Kandasamy

Graduated: U of T, 2003 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1996 North York General Hospital

Dr. Paul Marks

Graduated: Saba Uni, 2017 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Dr. Manish Shah

l Dr. Everton Gooden

Graduated: U of T, 2005 North York General Hospital

Dr. Raymond Stein

l Dr. David Wasserstein

Graduated: McGill, 1994 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of London, 2011 Humber River Health

Graduated: McMaster, 2014 Herzig Eye Institute

Graduated: U of T, 2008 St. Michael's Hospital Graduated: U of T, 2007 Sunnybrook

Dr. Justin Chang

Dr. Milad Modabber

Dr. Sarah Ward

Dr. Jared McCallum

Graduated: U of T, 1984 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: Sackler Sch. of Medicine, Tel Aviv Uni, 2018 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada Dr. Imrat Sohanpal

Graduated: U of T, 2005 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: U of Liverpool, 2001 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Dr. Nicole Khetani

l Dr. David Sussman

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2011 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Graduated: U of T, 2011 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Israel Weiss

Graduated: McGill, 2003 Humber River Health ZAINAB

Dr. Nancy Tucker

l Dr. Jonathan Irish

ABDURRAHMAN

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Toronto Eye Specialists And Surgeons

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 CBI Health | Downsview Orthopaedic and Arthritis Ctr.

NICOLE

Dr. Robert Adam

Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde

GORDON

Graduated: Manchester Medical School, 2014 Bochner Eye Institute

SUSSMAN

Dr. Rebecca Stein

y Ophthalmology

KHETANI

oncology CONTINUED

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PAIN MANAGEMENT Continued Dr. Andrea Wong

l Dr. Miriam Weinstein

Graduated: St. George's Uni, 2011 Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada

Graduated: Queen's, 1996 The Hospital For Sick Children

y Physical Medicine + Rehabilitation

2008 Studio Plastic Surgery

Dr. Ronik Kanani

Dr. Farooq Ismail

y Pediatric Gastroenterology Dr. Susan Kovacs

Dr. Giuseppe Latino

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1999 West Park Healthcare Ctr.

Dr. Mary-Helen Mahoney

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2001 North York General Hospital

Dr. Evan Propst

Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman

Graduated: U of T, 2007 Ontario Medical Association Dr. Elana Lavine

Graduated: U of T, 2002 The Hospital For Sick Children Dr. Nikolaus Wolter

Graduated: U of T, 2009 The Hospital For Sick Children

y Pediatric Surgery

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Humber River Health

Dr. Georges Azzie

Graduated: U of T, 1986 U of T | Dept. Of Surgery

y Pediatric Cardiology l Dr. Roland Beaulieu

Graduated: U of Alberta, 1978 North York General Hospital

y Pediatric Dermatology Dr. Marissa Joseph

Graduated: Dalhousie Uni, 2004 The Hospital for Sick Children Graduated: Institute Medicine, Pharmacy, Bucharest, 1990 The Hospital For Sick Children

Dr. Priscilla Chiu

Graduated: Queen's, 1991 The Hospital For Sick Children

y Pediatrics General

Dr. Robert Backstein

DEAN

ELTERMAN

Graduated: U of T, 2008 Form Face + Body

Graduated: U of T, 1994 The Centre For Minor Surgery

Dr. Michael Peer

l Dr. Trevor Born

Dr. Laura Tate

Graduated: U of T, 1983 Unify Health

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1990 Clairhurst Pediatrics

Graduated: McMaster, 1990 TMB Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Evelyn Rosenblyum

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988 Toronto Plastic Surgery

Dr. Roberto Tutino

Graduated: McMaster, 2009 The Hospital For Sick Children Dr. Deborah Schonfeld

Dr. Derek Ford

Dr. Miliana Vojvodic

Dr. Julia Sharp

Dr. Mitchell Brown

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1998 Ford Plastic Surgery Dr. Alexander Golger

Graduated: U of T, 2011 North York General Hospital

Dr. Kim Zhou

Graduated: McMaster, 2011 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of Alberta, 2008 Teshima Plastic Surgery Graduated: McMaster, 2008 Toronto Gynecomastia Ctr. Graduated: U of T, 2014 Humber River Health Dr. Michael Weinberg

Graduated: U of T, 1990 The Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic

Dr. Steven Hanna

y Psychiatry Dr. Crystal Baluyut

Dr. Waqqas Jalil

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Clairhurst Pediatrics

Dr. Tara Teshima

Graduated: McMaster, 2003 Humber River Health Graduated: Queen's, 2017 Ford Plastic Surgery

Dr. Carolyn Taylor

Graduated: U of T, 2000 The Hospital For Sick Children | Cohen Lab

Graduated: U of T, 2006 Toronto Plastic Surgery Ctr. Dr. Ron Somogyi

Graduated: U of T, 2007 The Hospital for Sick Children

Graduated: U of T, 2014 Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Midtown Pediatrics

Graduated: U of Witwatersrand, ANDREA

Dr. Niraj Mistry

Dr. Alia Sunderji

Dr. Nessa Bayer

l Dr. Sheila Jacobson

WONG

Graduated: U of T, 1980 Sunnybrook

Graduated: McGill, 2007 The Hospital for Sick Children

Dr. Eyal Cohen

Dr. Elena Pope

Graduated: U of Calgary, 1997 Kindercare Pediatrics

SWIFT

y Pediatric Allergy Immunology

Dr. Oleh Antonyshyn

Dr. Asif Pirani

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, 2011 Form Face + Body Dr. Kunaal Jindal

Graduated: U of T, 2002 CAMH Dr. Carole Cohen

Graduated: McGill, 1982 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of Manitoba, NATHALIE

Graduated: U of T, 2003 The Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: U of T, 2005 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Sanjay Mehta

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Dr. Mahoney Plastic Surgery

ADABACHI

Dr. Sharon Cushing

Dr. Pauline Henry

y Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery

HAIDAR

Otolaryngology Ent

y Pathology

Graduated: U of T, 2013 North York General Hospital

MAHMOUD

Graduated: U of Saskatchewan, Graduated: McGill, 1989 2011 North York General Hospital Interventional Pain and Spine Specialists of Canada y Pediatric

BREANNA

Dr. Han Zhang

1983 Clairhurst Pediatrics

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pSychiatry Continued Dr. Cedric Gabilondo

Dr. Christopher Walsh

Dr. Ari Baratz

Graduated: Queen's, 2011 NAZCA Health

Graduated: UBC, 2008 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Peter Giacobbe

y Radiation Oncology

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 CReATe Fertility Ctr.

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Sunnybrook Dr. Herbert Lachmann

Graduated: UBC, 1996 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Ken Cadesky

Dr. Rachel Glicksman

Graduated: U of T, 1978 TRIO Fertility

Graduated: Queen's, 2015 U of T | Dept. Of Radiation Oncology

Dr. Robert McMaster

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Centre For Addiction & Mental Health

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 2001 Sunnybrook Graduated: U of Dublin, 1977 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Dr. Allen Greenwald

Graduated: Queen's, 2011 Oak Valley Health

Dr. Kalesha Hack

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2004 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 2000 St. Michael's Hospital l Dr. Marcus Kargel

y Reproductive Endocrinology+ INFERTILITY

Graduated: U of T, 1999 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Kimberley Garbedian

Dr. Kieran McIntyre

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2003 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Shane Shapera

Graduated: U of T, 2003 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr. Dr. Andrei Vagaon

Graduated: Queen's, 2013 Michael Garron Hospital

y Rheumatology

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2011 The Circumcision Clinic Dr. Harmony Ho

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2005 Anova Fertility Dr. Claire Jones

Graduated: U of Calgary, 2005 Pollin Fertility

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Kaajal Abrol

l Dr. Kimberly Liu

Graduated: McMaster, 2005 TRIO Fertility Dr. Rebecca Arthur

Graduated: McMaster, 2002 CCRM Fertility Clinic Toronto Dr. Vanessa Bacal

Graduated: McGill, 2013 Mount Sinai Fertility

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2001 Mount Sinai Fertility Dr. Jennia Michaeli

Graduated: Hadassah Medical School, 2014 Mount Sinai Fertility Dr. Nigel Pereira

Graduated: U of T, 2001 Sunnybrook

Dr. Jeremie Larouche

Graduated: Northern Ontario School of Medicine, 2009 Sunnybrook Dr. Stephen Lewis

Dr. Lori Albert

Dr. David Gurau

y Radiology

Dr. David Hall

Graduated: Univ of Med & Dentistry of New Jersey, 2001 CReATe Fertility Ctr.

Graduated: McGill, 1982 Mount Sinai Fertility

Graduated: Université de Montréal, 2009 York Region Sleep Disorders Ctr.

y Spine Surgery

Dr. Prati Sharma

l Dr. Ellen Greenblatt

Dr. Padraig Warde

y Pulmonology

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1988 Michael Garron Hospital

Dr. Anu Tandon

Graduated: McMaster, 1983 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 1997 Anova Fertility

Dr. Douglas Bain

Dr. Roain Bayat

Dr. Heather Shapiro

Dr. Marjorie Dixon

Dr. Arjun Sahgal

Graduated: McGill, 2009 Twig Fertility Graduated: McMaster, 2012 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: U of California (San Diego), 1973 TRIO Fertility

Graduated: Queen's, 1995 Sunnybrook

Dr. Ruth Ronn

Dr. Miguel Russo

Dr. Robert Casper

Dr. Andrew Loblaw

Medical College in Qatar, 2010 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: McGill, 1990 Toronto Western Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1988 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Farhad Pirouzmand

Dr. Dafna Gladman

Graduated: Tehran University, 1990 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 1971 Krembil Research Institute Dr. Bindee Kuriya

Dr. Raja Rampersaud

Graduated: U of T, 2003 Mount Sinai Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 1992 Toronto Western Hospital

Dr. Alexandra Saltman

Graduated: U of T, 2012 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Christopher Witiw

Dr. Amanda Steiman

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2006 Mount Sinai Hospital

y Sleep Medicine l Dr. Reshma Amin

Graduated: U of T, 2002 The Hospital For Sick Children

Graduated: U of Manitoba, 2012 St. Michael's Hospital

y Sports Medicine Dr. Jeff Bacher

Graduated: McMaster, 2011 The Institute of Human Mechanics

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Graduated: Weill Cornell

Dr. Ahmed Chadi

Dr. Anthony Galea

Graduated: McMaster, 1986 The Institute of Human Mechanics Dr. Guru Kandasamy

Graduated: American Uni of Integrative Sciences, 2017 The Institute Of Human Mechanics Dr. David Lawrence

Graduated: U of T, 2009 Toronto General Hospital Dr. Tyler Chesney

Graduated: McMaster, 2013 St. Michael's Hospital Dr. Tulin Cil

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2000 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr. Dr. Andrea Covelli

Graduated: U of T, 2013 Mount Sinai Hospital Dr. Timothy Rindlisbacher

Graduated: U of T, 1992 The Clinic Health Group INC Dr. Ira Smith

Graduated: U of T, 1998 Cleveland Clinic Canada

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2007 Mount Sinai Hospital Dr. Usmaan Hameed

Graduated: McMaster, 2010 Athlete's Care Sports Medicine Centres

y Surgical Oncology

Dr. Ryan Fitzpatrick

Dr. Chris Wallis

Graduated: U of T, 2006 St. Michael's Hospital

Graduated: Queen's, 2014 Twig Fertility Midtown

Graduated: UBC, 2011 Mount Sinai Hospital

l Dr. Peter Stotland

Dr. Ryan Groll

Graduated: U of T, 2002 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 2002 Michael Garron Hospital

y Vascular Surgery

Dr. Sara Temple

l Dr. Robert Hamilton

Graduated: U of T, 2008 North York General Hospital

Graduated: U of T, 1978 Toronto General Hospital

l Dr. Frances Wright

Dr. Keith Jarvi

Graduated: U of T, 1996 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1982 Mount Sinai Hospital

y Urology

Dr. Yonah Krakowsky

Graduated: U of T, 2006 University Health Network

Graduated: McGill, 1993 Princess Margaret Cancer Ctr.

Graduated: McGill, 2004 Feifer Urology

Graduated: U of Ottawa, 1999 Sunnybrook

Graduated: U of T, 1992 Unify Health

Graduated: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland School of Medicine, 1998 Peter Munk Cardiac Centre

Dr. Rajiv Singal

Dr. Mark Wheatcroft

Graduated: U of Edinburgh 1999 St. Michael's Hospital

search campaign are not an objective metric. We certainly do not discount the fact that many good and effective doctors may not appear on the list.

Although this issue is dedicated to the city’s top doctors, we realize that nurses are the backbone of the Canadian medical system.

In recognition of Toronto’s incredibly dedicated nurses we have made a donation to the following charities.

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To create the list, we paired DataJoe Research’s online peer-voting process with an Internet research process to identify success characteristics. DataJoe checked and confirmed that each published winner had, at time of review, a current, active licence status with the appropriate provincial regulatory board. If we were not able to find

Finally, DataJoe presented the tallied result to the magazine for its final review and adjustments. We recognize that there are many good doctors who are not shown in this representative list. This is only a sampling of the huge array of talented professionals within the region. Inclusion in the list is based on the opinions of responding doctors in the region. We take time and energy to ensure fair voting, although we understand that the results of this survey nomination and Internet re-

Dr. Giuseppe Papia

Dr. Graham Roche-Nagle

Graduated: U of T, 1990 Michael Garron Hospital

Graduated: Schulich School,

Graduated: Queen's, 2009 Sunnybrook Graduated: McGill, 1983 Peter Munk Cardiac Ctr.

Dr. Mark Noss

Graduated: U of T, 1996 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Ahmed Kayssi

Dr. Thomas Lindsay

Graduated: U of T, 2004 Toronto General Hospital

Dr. Andrew Feifer

evidence of a doctor's current, active registration, that doctor was excluded from the list. In addition, we checked available public sources to identify doctors disciplined for an infraction by the province. These entities were excluded from the list.

Graduated: McMaster, 2008 Humber River Health

l Dr. Jason Lee

Dr. Savtaj Brar

TOP DOCTORS: METHODOLOGY - To create the list, Post City contracted DataJoe Research to facilitate an online peer-voting process and Internet research process. DataJoe Research is a software and research company specializing in data collection and verification, and conducts various nominations across North America on behalf of publishers.

Dr. Kerry Graybiel

Graduated: McMaster, 2014 Oak Valley Health

l Dr. Tony Finelli

l Dr. Ian McGilvray

Graduated: Queen's, 1999 Sunnybrook

Dr. Justin Kwong

Graduated: McGill, 1999 Humber River Health

Graduated: Schulich School, Western, 2003 Sunnybrook

l Dr. Andrew Dueck

Graduated: U of T, 2011 Mount Sinai Hospital

Dr. Dean Elterman

Dr. Luke Fazio

Graduated: UBC, 2008 North York General Hospital Dr. Paul Karanicolas

Dr. Jacqueline Stoller

Dr. Adena Scheer

Disclaimers: DataJoe uses best practices and exercises great care in assembling content for this list. DataJoe does not warrant that the data contained within the list are complete or accurate. DataJoe does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. All rights reserved. No commercial use of the information in this list may be made without written permission from DataJoe.

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LOOKING BACK Before you go... Give us 10 perfect reps — slow on the way down, strong on the way up

© Old Toronto Series

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MARCH 2026 EDITION

Clockwise from top left: William ‘Buster’ Oliphant Jr., women in classic ’80s aerobics wear at Mayfair Clubs, Muhammad Ali at Sully's

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North America’s oldest gym, a T.O. landmark, still wants to ... pump you up

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As the March thaw hits and “get fit for spring” resolutions kick in, we’re taking a look back at the gyms that made Toronto sweat first. Long before boutique studios and neonlit chains, Oliphant’s Gym (1913) was the place to lift serious iron. It welcomed everyone — from kids looking to bulk up and find confidence to Maple Leaf legends like Tim Horton. Owner Buster Oliphant was a true original: he trained women back in the scandalous ’30s and didn’t hesitate to kick out anyone who didn’t respect the other lifters.

Sully’s Boxing Gym started in the 1950s and quickly became the heart of Toronto

boxing. In 1966, Muhammad Ali was here, training for his legendary fight against George Chuvalo at Maple Leaf Gardens — a moment still remembered by anyone who loves a good Toronto sports story. By the 1970s, gyms got a little flashier. Mayfair Clubs on Chesswood Drive brought the city the full-on “Let’s Get Physical” energy — think Jane Fonda aerobics and Toronto’s own 20 Minute Workout TV show — plus tennis, a pool and all the classic club perks. From century-old iron to knockout punches, we salute the spots that started it all. Here’s to sweating like it’s 1913.

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